Equipment Operator III - Environmental Services

Major Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Drives and operates a truck/trailer/or boom truck combination vehicle used to collect and haul yard trash and bulk waste from an assigned collection route.
• Operates front loader with accuracy and skill in extremely limited space areas.
• Operates all other related solid waste equipment.
• Performs pre-trip/post-trip inspections for all equipment assigned.
• Performs duties while being frequently exposed to outside weather conditions and to wet and humid conditions.
• Checks equipment for routine servicing needs and maintenance work.
• Cleans solid waste debris off equipment and inside the truck body daily.
• Affords assistance with additional shifts, which may include some weekends.
• Acts as primary backup for other levels of equipment operators.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the operation, maintenance, adaptability, limitations and safety precautions of equipment.
• Strong desire to operate at the highest level of safety possible, including the ability to troubleshoot and anticipate safer methodology for operation.
• Exceptional driving skills, including the desire and ability to follow all rules of the road and courteous defensive driving tactics.
• Excellent knowledge of traffic regulations and safe driving practices.
• Skill in the care and safe operation of assigned equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out general written and oral instructions.
• Physical strength and agility sufficient to do strenuous laboring tasks under varying weather conditions, including shoveling, carrying, lifting, etc...
• Ability to develop and maintain cooperative, courteous and effective working relationships with other departments, fellow team members, vendors, contractors and the general public.
• Knowledge of hazardous types of waste/materials.
• Ability to safely access equipment while maintaining three points of contact at all times.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• Possess and maintain a current Florida CDL Class B License with air brakes endorsement.

Physical Demands

• Occasionally - Lift/Carry: 50+ lbs., Push/Pull: 25+ lbs., Crawling, Traverse Uneven Terrain, Work at Heights.
• Frequently - Lift/Carry: 10-50 lbs., Push/Pull: 10-25 lbs., Bend, Squat/Kneel, Twist/Turn, Reach Outward, Stand, Climb, Reach Above Shoulder, Climb.
• Consistently - Lift/Carry: 10 lbs. or less, Push/Pull: 10 lbs. or less, Handling/Fine Motor Skills, Sit, Walk, Type/Keyboard, Drive.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is in a vehicle and outside year-round and with some exposure to all weather conditions.

Disclaimer

• The City of Panama City is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative/Action Employer.
• Panama City Offers a complete benefits package to all full time employees. Below is a list of the benefits offered by the City.

Work/Life Integration

• 12 Days of Paid Time Off
• 12 Days of Paid Sick leave– 6 may be used for family
• 12 Days of Paid Holidays
• Birthday Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave
• Social Event Outings
• Employee Assistance Program

Medical Benefits

• Team Member (ZERO cost option available)
• Family Member Benefits available (City supplemented premium)
• Dental Benefits (Premium paid in FULL for Team Members)
• Orthodontic coverage for children (under 19)
• Vision Benefits
• Blood Drives (ADDITIONAL Paid Time Off for participation)
• Wellness Incentive Program
• Health Savings Account/Medical FSA

General Employee Retirement Pension Fund

• Access to Professional Financial Advisory Services
• City Paid Life Insurance and AD&D ($50,000)
• Additional Life and AD&D coverage available for employees, spouse, and Children
• Short-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Long-term Disability (Paid in FULL by City)
• Accidental Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Education Assistance Program/Tuition Reimbursement
• Job Stability & Security